Judy, I'm so sorry for the awful position you are in.  I wish that there
was a definite yes/no answer to your question regarding weaning in your
situation, but simply not enough is known to be certain.  I can tell you
that a Dr. Marie Bianchi published an article in OBGyn a few months ago
that you might want to read.  I found it at :

http://www.obgyn.net/pb/articles/osteo_pglactation_bianchi.htm

Also, I just read about a new drug for treating vertebral fractures at:

http://pharminfo.com/pubs/medbrief/mb16_1.html

I understand how emotionally devastating such early weaning might be,
but as you said, you do have a family who depends upon your being able
to care for them, it's bound to be a tough decision, especially with so
little actually data available to guide you.

Best wishes,
Denny
--

Denny Rice, RN, IBCLC
Dallas Texas USA

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